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American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Brown Spaniel or Welsh Cocker Spaniel or Field? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Water Spaniel Welsh Springer Spaniel Field Spaniel
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Wales flagWales England flagEngland
Group Gun Dog Gun Dog Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Brown Spaniel
American Brown Water Spaniel
Welsh Cocker Spaniel
Welsh Starter
Welshie
Welsh Springer
Field
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel weight comparison:
25-45 pounds (11-20 kg) Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg) 35-50 pounds (16-22.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
35 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg) 42.5 pounds (16-22.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel? American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel height comparison:
15-18 inches (36-46 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm) 18 inches (46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
16.5 inches (41 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) 18 inches (46 cm)

American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $1200-$1400 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel?
Frequent: The American Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Field Spaniel is easier than average to get.

American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Field Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel trainability comparison.
American Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Field Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel?
American Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Field Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
American Water Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Field Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel? American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Trainable
Active
Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Sensitive
Docile
Sociable
Adaptable
Familiar
Cautious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: American Water Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel?
High: American Water Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Field Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel social needs comparison:
American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Field Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
American Water Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Field Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
American Water Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Field Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel playfulness comparison:
The American Water Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Field Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel?
Average: The American Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Field Spaniel rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel?
Very house-friendly dog the American Water Spaniel breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Field Spaniel breed.

American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
American Water Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Field Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel?
American Water Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Field Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Field Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The American Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Field Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
American Water Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Field Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel?
The American Water Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Field Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Distichiasis
Mitral Valve Disease
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The American Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Field Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do American Water Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel and Field Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of American Water Spaniel: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Field Spaniel: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Welsh Springer Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel? American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel energy level comparison:
American Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Field Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Field Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel?
American Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Field Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The American Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Field Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel coat comparison:
Curly Silky
Soft
Straight
Dense
Silky
Waterproof
Colors
What are the original American Water Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel and Field Spaniel color?
Brown
Liver
Chocolate
Red
White
Black
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel? American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel grooming comparison:
Average: The American Water Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Field Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel? American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
American Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Field Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel?

Medium

The American Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Field Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The American Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Field Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
American Water Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Field Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
American Water Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel?
American Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Field Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel?
American Water Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel?
American Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Field Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel?
Yes
American Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Field Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
American Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Welsh Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Field Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
American Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Field Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: American Water Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel?

Yes

American Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Welsh Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Field Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can American Water Spaniel and Welsh Springer Spaniel and Field Spaniel have?
4-6 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-6 puppies

American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1940 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1894 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
No data available American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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